Value Streams: |
VS3: Adopting Problem Solving and Lean Transformation Strategies and Methodologies |
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nu Intermediate/Advanced |
Company: |
Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding
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Speaker: |
Mike O’Donnell,
Director Steel Value Stream |
Title: |
A Value Stream Management System
Combine the best of Lean, Six Sigma, and Theory of Constraints to drive continuous improvement across the entire value stream.
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Presentation Abstract: |
Learn how Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding uses a value stream management systems approach for accounting, controlling, measuring, and managing a Lean Enterprise by focusing on value stream performance to minimize the consumption of resources, while creating more value for the customer.
The basis of the Continuous Improvement System(CIS) is to utilize value stream analysis as a basis for management decisions and priorities. In addition to value stream management; there is a focus on “Measure What Matters” to drive the right Lean behavior. Under this philosophy a “vital few” metrics are selected to reflect a balanced scorecard with financial and non-financial measures that accurately reflect the health and performance of the value stream. It focuses on the development of customer-based metrics and the elimination of defensive metrics.
The CIS leverages the strengths of existing improvement methodologies including Lean, Six Sigma, and the Theory of Constraints. CIS provides a consistent approach for all employees to identify and implement improvement goals. Managing the continuous improvement of the steel value stream is accomplished through an eight-step cyclical process that begins with product definition and completes with review and plan for the next” continuous” improvement cycle. |
About the Company: |
Northrop Grumman Corporation is a global defense company headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Northrop Grumman provides technologically advanced, innovative products, services and solutions in systems integration, defense electronics, information technology, advanced aircraft, shipbuilding and space technology. With more than 120,000 employees and operations in all 50 states and 25 countries, Northrop Grumman serves U.S. and international military, government and commercial customers.
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Speaker Biography: |
Mike O’Donnell, Director Steel Value Stream
Mike O’Donnell is currently director of steel value stream for the process excellence organization. In this position, he is responsible for strengthening shipyard processes, improving costs, and working with employees to drive continuous improvements.
Mike has been working at Newport News for over 20 years and has held various positions of increasing responsibility in engineering, facilities, and manufacturing. Prior to this appointment, he served as the production control manager for the structural fabrication and assembly division.
He has earned a Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from the University of Wisconsin and a Master’s of Business Administration from Old Dominion University. He resides in Newport News. |
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